Diesel Technician

Do you have a knack for fixing things and a passion for keeping fleets running like clockwork?

Are you ready to step into a role where your skills and expertise will make a real impact? If so, we want you on our team! We’re looking for a Diesel Technician to join the Vehicle Fleet Services team and help us keep our heavy and light-duty vehicles and equipment in top shape—while leading a team of talented technicians!

Here at Vehicle Fleet Services, we take great pride in our fleet and the work required to maintain it. We have a diverse range of vehicles and equipment, and we’re looking for an experienced, hands‑on professional to take the lead in ensuring that everything keeps running smoothly. If you’re ready to put your expertise to work and lead a team while making a real difference, this is the place for you!

We’re a nationally recognized division within the Engineering Services Department, responsible for maintaining over 4,700 fleet assets—from police cars and trash trucks to mowers and heavy equipment. Our team of 81 professionals includes technicians, parts staff, supervisors, and more—all working together to deliver top‑tier service, innovation, and reliability. We take pride in our work, support one another, and lead the way in fleet excellence across North Carolina and beyond.

If you’re ready to be part of something bigger, we’d love to have you on board!

• Central Operations Facility - 2501 North Raleigh Blvd., Raleigh, NC
• Public Works Vehicle Fleet Services Heavy Equipment Shop - 4120 New Bern Avenue, Raleigh, NC
• Public Works - 7702 Burwell Road, Raleigh, NC

• Monday - Friday 7:00 am - 3:30 pm
• Monday - Friday 6:30 am - 3:00 pm
• Monday - Friday 9:00 am - 5:30 pm

Work location and schedule options will be discussed during interviews.

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by employees in this job. Employees may be requested to perform job‑related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.

• Diagnoses, repairs, services, operates and maintains heavy and light duty vehicles and equipment; determines need for repair or replacement of components; determines in-house serviceability or need for external vendor repair; replace tires; repairs or rebuilds hydraulic valves, wiring systems, brakes, suspension, electrical systems, and/or performs specialty equipment repair work; performs road calls for field equipment repairs

• Performs preventative maintenance of vehicles and equipment; prepares and maintains maintenance schedules; inspects and tests maintenance and repair work to ensure quality levels and completion

• Maintains inventory levels in stockroom and reconciles inventory counts; issues parts and supplies from stockroom; obtains vendor quotes and requisitions for parts and/or services; may monitor reports and order fuel; verifies invoice accuracy upon receipt; may assist in commissioning new and decommissioning surplus equipment and completing condition statements

• Generates and tracks work orders; monitors service time and expedites repairs as needed; documents work activities; enters system data noting labor and supplies used

• Assists with operation of shop and completion of related paperwork; communicates with customers regarding vehicle and equipment issues; provides supervisory coverage when needed

• May assist in preparing annual budget by preparing equipment specifications, reviewing vendors, and making recommendations

• May serve as lead worker assigning work and monitoring work completion

6 months+ training beyond High School in Automotive Repair or related field; 3 to 5 years’ experience in automotive repair, vehicle electronics, or a related field

Any equivalent combination of training and/or experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities may be substituted.

• Valid North Carolina Class C Driver's License with a satisfactory driving record, or the ability to obtain within 60 days of hire

• Valid North Carolina Class A Commercial Driver's License with a satisfactory driving record, or the…